Case Studies | Plan International Nepal

Rohit from peer learner to peer educator

Rohit struggled with peer pressure and risky habits, but peer education helped him change.

My space. My health. My choice

"At 15, I’m learning that understanding my body and health helps me make confident choices." Mira shares her story in her own words.

Ruhi’s entrepreneurial journey as Mithila artist

Ruhi turned her childhood love for Mithila painting into a certified profession and a source of income.

Sadre, a religious leader challenging child marriage

Sadre is turning faith into action, using his voice and influence to promote girls’ education and challenge child marriage in his community.

Rashmi is breaking menstrual taboos

Rashmi is transforming how her community views menstruation, empowering girls to manage their health with confidence and dignity.

Rita from child bride to an entrepreneur

Married at 14 and forced out of school, Rita now runs her own beauty parlour and mentors girls to earn and live independently.

Juna drives to challenge gender norms

Juna, 26, from Bardiya, drives an auto-rickshaw and defies early marriage, showing that women can lead, earn, and shape their own future.

I will study and live my dreams

Confident and determined, Vidya leads change in her school and community, overcoming weak eyesight, poverty, and stigma to fight for girls’ education and rights.

Sabina chooses education over marriage

Sabina returned to school, found her voice, and now encourages other girls to choose education before marriage.

Niruta advocating for menstrual health

Niruta, 16, from Kalikot, shares her experience of how menstruation and traditions like chhaupadi affect girls’ education.

Satya’s fight for period diginity

Satya, 18, from Kalikot, is breaking period taboos and promoting hygiene in her village.

A classroom, a chance for Premika

Premika, 16, lives with her grandparents and dreams of becoming a nurse. With educational support, she now goes to school with confidence and hope.